Kenya Industrial Research and Development Institute (KIRDI) is a National Industrial Research Institute under the Ministry of Industrialization and Enterprise Development.
The Institute’s mandate is to undertake industrial research, technology and innovation and dissemination of findings that have positive impact on national development.
During the first Medium Term Plan, The government adopted transformation of KIRDI as a flagship project within the manufacturing sector of Vision 2030. The intention is to transform KIRDI into a competitive and reputable research organization.
Towards this end, the Institute has embarked on construction of the Proposed Research Technology and Innovation Laboratories and Related Infrastructure along Dunga Road, Nairobi South B.The Institute therefore, wishes to recruit qualified professionals to undertake the supervision of the above project for a period of three years.
Resident Work Officer – One Post
Job Description
Answerable to Project Manager.
Workstation permanently on site.
To prepare construction supervision manuals outlining routines and procedures to be applied in contract management supervision and administration.
Review available project documents and drawings for the purposes of understanding the design.
Ensure design details and information as required for implementation of works are provided by the Project Consultants.
Issue all the necessary instruction to the Contractor(s), check and control the work to ensure that it is carried out in accordance with contract requirements.
Provide general guidance to Contractor(s) as may be necessary to ensure that the works are carried out expeditiously according to the agreed schedule and within the terms of Contract(s).
During the execution of the works carry out inspections of all work areas and installations.
Receive certificates from Contractor(s), check and approve all material required to ensure compliance.
Ascertain and agree with the Contractor(s) measurements and payment claims and certify in consultation with Project Manager for proper execution, completion and commissioning of the works and building management system.
Prepare and submit to the Project Manager;
Weekly occurrence report.
Monthly Progress Reports
Quarterly Reports
Technical Reports as necessary
Final completion reports and Maintenance manuals
Conduct post construction inspections and follow up action during Defects Liability Period including preparation of preventative maintenance system for the buildings.
Issue a Defect Liability certificate upon completion of the Defects Liability period to enable release of performance bonds.
Prepare and submit final As-built Drawings, Maintenance and Preventative Maintenance Schedules.
To advise the Project Manager on all matters relating to claims, from the contractor and to make recommendations thereon, including the possible recourse to arbitration.
Qualifications
Degree in Architecture or Civil/Structural Engineering from a recognized University. Training in Project Construction management is an added advantage.
Registered with recognized professional institution.
Possession of current Practice License from a Professional body.
A minimum of 12 years professional experience with 8 years on relevant Project Management/Supervision of High rise building.
Leadership and Managerial skills.
Proficiency in AUTOCAD, AUTODESK, ARCH CARD, PROKON, STAAD, MASTER SERIES preferred.
Proficiency in MS Project and other word processing packages.
Good interpersonal skills.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should forward copies of their application letters, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, up-to-date curriculum vitae and ID card to reach the undersigned not later than Friday 1st November 2013.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Please indicate respective position you wish to be considered for on the application letter and envelope
The Director
Kenya Industrial Research and Development Institute (KIRDI)
Popo Road, Nairobi South C
P.O. Box 30650 – 00100
Nairobi Kenya
E-mail: dir @kirdi.go.ke
KIRDI is an equal opportunity employer
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